Certified Patient care technician PCU Neurosurgical

AdventHealth•Orlando, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Patient Care Technician (PCT) supports delivery of patient care as a team member under the direction of a registered nurse. The role performs treatments according to policy and procedure and provides care appropriate to each patient’s age, mobility, acuity, and culture. The technician communicates with patients, families, and healthcare team members, assists with identifying patient needs and obtaining nursing history, and reports abnormalities to the registered nurse. The position also documents and reports procedures, maintains a clean and safe environment, follows infection-control and safety practices, responds appropriately to clinical emergencies, and participates in quality improvement and ongoing skill development. This is a full-time night-shift position in the PCU Neurosurgical unit in Orlando, Florida. The listed pay range is $16.02–$25.63. Required credentials include Basic Life Support (CPR) certification and one of the listed CNA, CPCT/A, or EMT certifications. A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent.
Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
One of the following certifications: Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A), or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).

Nice To Haves

At least one year of applicable patient care technician experience.
Previous bedside patient care in an acute care unit, unit secretary experience, monitor technician experience, or equivalent medical experience.

Responsibilities

Perform treatments according to policy and procedure and provide patient care appropriate to age, mobility, acuity, and culture.
Function appropriately in clinical emergencies.
Participate in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and support quality standards and initiatives.
Follow prescribed isolation guidelines, use protective equipment appropriately, perform handwashing according to policy, and enforce safety regulations.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
Assist in delivering patient care as a team member under the direction of a registered nurse.
Document and report procedures in accordance with department policy.
Participate in obtaining a nursing history and report abnormalities to the registered nurse.
Assist in identifying patient needs.
Continue learning and upgrading skills.
Perform other duties as assigned.